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TERGITOL™ 15 S 9
INCI: C 12 - 14 Sec Alketh 9
Overview
Alcohols, C12-14-secondary, ethoxylated (90 - 100%), Polyethylene glycol (1 - 5%)
Formulation benefits
- Ease of Formulating
- Excellent detergency
- Mild
- Suitable for Clear Systems
- Low Residue
Applications
Laundry DetergentsConditionerShampooBody CareCleansersFacial CareHand CareFloor CareRaised Hard Surface Care
Formulation snapshot
Typical phase
Water phase
Water-soluble — dispersed into the aqueous phase before emulsification.
Functional role
Surfactant — provides cleansing, foam, or solubilization.
Pairs well with
- A secondary amphoteric surfactant
- A mild conditioning agent
- A thickening salt or gum
Handling watch-outs
- Check final pH for skin-friendliness, especially with anionic blends.
- Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.
Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.
- Supplier
- Dow
- CAS
- 84133-50-6
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